1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Because 1948 Ford Prefect is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Opel Meriva (175 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Prefect | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
